Chicken Pot Pie with Flaky Biscuits Recipe

Introduction

Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits is a comforting, hearty dish that combines tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce, topped with flaky homemade biscuits. It’s perfect for cozy dinners and sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 6 tablespoons butter (divided)
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced celery
• 24 ounces frozen mixed vegetables
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 3 cups chicken stock
• 1 ¼ cups whole milk
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ¾ cup frozen butter (1 ½ sticks)
• 1 ½ cups buttermilk

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick spray.
2. Step 2: In a large pot, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Add diced onion and celery and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add frozen mixed vegetables and sauté for another 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Sprinkle ½ cup flour, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper over the vegetables. Stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook the flour and create a thick mixture.
4. Step 4: Pour in chicken stock and stir continuously as the mixture comes to a low boil.
5. Step 5: Reduce heat to medium-low and add whole milk, stirring constantly.
6. Step 6: Stir in the shredded chicken and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Step 7: Transfer the filling to the prepared baking dish.
8. Step 8: To make the biscuits: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Grate the frozen butter into the mixture.
9. Step 9: Pour in buttermilk and stir with a fork until dough forms.
10. Step 10: Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently pat or roll out to ½ inch thickness. Fold and roll the dough 3 to 4 times for flaky layers, then roll out the final thickness to about ¾ inch.
11. Step 11: Cut the dough into 12 biscuits using a 3-inch cutter without twisting.
12. Step 12: Arrange biscuits on top of the pot pie filling and brush with remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter.
13. Step 13: Bake for 20 minutes until the filling is bubbly and biscuits are golden brown. Check that biscuits are cooked through by gently lifting one.
14. Step 14: Let the pot pie sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use leftover rotisserie chicken for easy prep and extra flavor.
• Swap frozen mixed vegetables for fresh seasonal veggies if you prefer.
• For extra flaky biscuits, keep the butter as cold as possible and handle the dough lightly.
• You can add herbs like thyme or sage to the filling for added depth.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees F until warmed through to keep the biscuits crisp. You can also freeze the pot pie before baking; thaw overnight in the fridge and bake as directed.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use pre-made biscuit dough instead of making my own?

Yes, pre-made biscuit dough can be used as a convenient shortcut. Just follow the package instructions for baking times and adjust accordingly when topping the pot pie filling.

Is it necessary to shred the chicken, or can I use chunks?

Shredded chicken blends more evenly into the filling, but chunks can work if you prefer more texture. Just make sure the pieces are bite-sized for easy eating.

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This classic Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits combines tender shredded chicken and a medley of sautéed vegetables in a creamy, savory filling topped with flaky, buttery homemade biscuits. Baked to golden perfection, this comforting dish offers a perfect balance of hearty flavors and satisfying textures, ideal for a cozy family meal.

• Author: Elena
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Pot Pie Filling

• 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 6 tablespoons butter (divided)
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced celery
• 24 ounces frozen mixed vegetables
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 3 cups chicken stock
• 1 ¼ cups whole milk

Biscuits

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ¾ cup frozen butter (1 ½ sticks)
• 1 ½ cups buttermilk

Instructions

1. Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
2. Sauté vegetables: Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large pot. Add diced onions and celery, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened. Add frozen mixed vegetables and continue sautéing for another 5 minutes.
3. Make the roux: Sprinkle ½ cup flour, salt, and pepper over the sautéed vegetables, stirring to coat evenly. Cook while stirring constantly for 2 minutes until the mixture becomes thick and pasty.
4. Add liquids: Slowly pour in the chicken stock while stirring constantly, bringing the mixture to a low boil.
5. Simmer with milk and chicken: Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in the whole milk and continue stirring. Add shredded chicken and combine well. Let the filling simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
6. Prepare biscuit dough: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, baking powder, sugar, and sea salt. Use a box grater to grate the frozen butter into the flour mixture. Pour in buttermilk and stir with a fork until a dough forms.
7. Shape biscuits: Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Pat or roll it into a rectangle about ½ inch thick. Fold the dough over onto itself, patting or rolling it again to ½ inch thickness. Repeat this folding and rolling 3-4 times to create flaky layers. Finally, roll the dough out to about ¾ inch thick.
8. Cut biscuits: Using a 3-inch biscuit cutter, cut out 12 biscuits on a floured surface, pressing straight down without twisting to ensure even rise. Reroll scraps as needed to make all 12.
9. Assemble pot pie: Pour the chicken and vegetable filling into the prepared baking dish. Arrange the biscuits evenly on top of the filling. Lightly brush the biscuit tops with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and the biscuits are golden brown. Check by gently lifting a biscuit to ensure it is cooked through and not gooey on the bottom.
11. Rest and serve: Let the pot pie cool and set for 5 minutes before serving to allow the filling to thicken and flavors to meld.

Notes

• Use cold frozen butter for flaky biscuit layers; warming butter will reduce flakiness.
• Do not twist the biscuit cutter when cutting to maintain biscuit rise.
• You can use fresh vegetables instead of frozen for a fresher taste, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
• For a richer flavor, substitute whole milk with heavy cream in the filling.
• Leftover pot pie can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to maintain biscuit texture.

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